Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uniramous
Adjective
/juˈnɪəˌræməs/
Definition
Having one branch or one main axis, particularly in reference to certain structures in biology.
Examples
- The uniramous antennae of some insects allow for specialized sensory functions.
- In certain crustaceans, a uniramous limb can indicate evolutionary adaptation to their environment.
Meaning
The term ‘uniramous’ is often used in biological contexts to describe appendages or structures that consist of a single branch or series of segments, as opposed to ‘biramous,’ which would indicate two.
Synonyms
- Unbranched
- Simple
- Single-axis
